The path to a perfect pot of beans is precise but not at all fussy. The mai...

The path to a perfect pot of beans is precise but not at all fussy. The main ingredient is time: first to soak the beans, then to slowly simmer them until tender and well seasoned. Each step is designed for the best end result, from salting throughout for the best flavor to storing in the cooled cooking liquid for the ideal texture. We break down the hows and whys of our method below as well as share our guide for simmering each type of bean.

Serve this silky zucchini spread as a dip with pita chips or crudités, spre...

Serve this silky zucchini spread as a dip with pita chips or crudités, spread onto pizza as the “sauce,” stir into scrambled eggs, use as a condiment for grilled meat, enjoy as a burger or hot dog topper, or use it to stuff chicken breasts.
Zucchini Butter